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RADIOLOGY FINDINGS Decubitus radiograph demonstrates a normal bowel gas pattern with a nonspecific air-fluid level in the region of the stomach (Fig. 1). A gastrostomy tube is seen overlying the… Click to show full abstract
RADIOLOGY FINDINGS Decubitus radiograph demonstrates a normal bowel gas pattern with a nonspecific air-fluid level in the region of the stomach (Fig. 1). A gastrostomy tube is seen overlying the left upper quadrant. Ultrasound (US) identifies the fluid-filled balloon posteromedial to the stomach and beyond the pylorus (Fig. 2). In the setting of a fluid filled and distended stomach, this is concerning for obstruction. Supine frontal radiograph obtained after
Keywords:
gastrostomy;
gastrostomy tube;
outlet obstruction;
gastric outlet
Journal Title: Pediatric Emergency Care
Year Published: 2017
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Journal Title: Pediatric Emergency Care
Year Published: 2017
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